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Water heater leaks sometimes.
Open a hot water faucet.
Replace the unit and reconnect the pipes and power.
It gets difficult at some point to prevent the water heater from leaking.
This will allow air to enter the tank.
If the valve was removed recently it s possible it is now failing to seal properly.
Nonetheless a water heater like other appliances has a lifespan that eventually runs out.
Drain the hot water tank.
If the water heater is heating the water too much the excessive pressure may be causing the t p valve o leak.
How to prevent water heater leaking from the bottom.
A standard water heater lasts for 8 to 12 years but proper maintenance can keep it running for longer years than its lifespan.
Tightening the valve or.
Use a wrench to grab hold of the t p valve and turn it counter clockwise until the valve is loose.
If your water heater is gas make sure to turn off the gas line leading to your unit.
Disconnect the power from the access panel.
Luckily we re here to help.
Water leaking from your water heater is a bad sign regardless of where the leak is coming from.
The first thing you ll want to do is determine where the water heater leak is located.
Is the leak on the top of the water heater if so continue on to the section below labeled my water heater is leaking from the top.
Remove the plumbing connected to the heater.
It s not necessary to drain it completely only so that the water inside the tank is lower.
You ll then disconnect the gas line from your unit.
Sometimes a water heater tank can build up too much pressure which can cause leaks.